Following the successful launch of the 508 Saloon and SW earlier this year, Peugeot has unveiled their new edition to the 508 line-up – the Peugeot 508 RXH diesel-electric hybrid.

Featuring an elegant new design with distinctive LED lights and ‘floating’ new grille, the new Peugeot 508 RXH is set to take the high-end car market by storm when it’s released early next year, setting a new standard for ‘all-road’ capabilities.  

The new top-of-the-range Peugeot 508 RXH is instantly recognisable thanks to its unique exterior design. Wider, higher and featuring a more refined style, the Peugeot 508 RXH boasts all-new distinctive LED day and night lights and a new ‘floating’ grille to give the appearance of three vertical lions claws on either side of the vehicle.

To reinforce its exclusive character, the interior of the Peugeot 508 RXH has been furnished with distinctive colours and luxurious materials. As expected from a top-end model, it’s also well-equipped with the latest technology including Peugeot’s Open & Go system, electric front seats, head up display, 18’’ wheels, panoramic glass roof, dark-tinted acoustic laminated side windows and the latest generation audio and satellite navigation unit.

Under the bonnet, the 508 RXH is equipped with a 2.0L Hdi FAP Hybrid4 drive train – first seen on the Peugeot 3008 Hybrid4 – which packs out an impressive 200 bhp and a maximum torque of 450 Nm. The four-wheel drive system has been designed to adapt to all use in all conditions while the ZEV 100% electric mode is ideal for driving around town, helping you save fuel and money. Fuel consumption figures are at an impressive 70.6mpg on a combined cycle with CO2 emissions at just 109g/km.

Keep your eyes peeled for the Peugeot RXH’s world premiere at the Frankfurt International Motor Show in September this year.

The Peugeot 508 RXH is expected to hit UK showrooms in Spring 2012.

Peugeot reckon that their new 508 RXH is going to raise the profile of the entire Peugeot brand through reinforcing their technological and environmental leadership.

And how – it’s equipped with a 2.0-litre Hybrid 4 drive train for diesel-electric drive. It’s got maximum power of 200 bhp, four wheel drive and a maximum torque of 450 Nm. In addition, it offers a 100% zero-emission electric mode which serves to reduce consumption in the Combined Cycle to 67.2 mpg with emissions of 109g/km of CO2.

That’s quite low, considering it’s a sizeable four-wheel drive.

It looks the part, too. Peugeot have gone for commanding road presence and a singular visual signature. Distinctive LED lights which are visible both day and night are designed to give an impression of three vertical “lion claws” on each side of its “floating” grille. So, yes, it will look a little bit like the Batmobile.

Inside, it’s high-tech all the way. As standard, it boasts an Open & Go Keyless system, electric front seats, a head up display, 18” wheels, a panoramic glass roof, dark-tinted acoustic laminated side windows and the latest generation audio and satellite navigation unit.

The 508 RXH will be unveiled as a world premier at the Frankfurt International Motor Show in September 2011, and will be on sale in Spring 2012.

Look out for this one. It’s got claws.

Peugeot is now opening the book for orders of an exciting limited edition RCZ ‘Asphalt’, noticeable for its special matt Telluric grey bodywork.  

Just 75 right-hand-drive Asphalt LEs are being produced for the UK and all feature a bespoke high level specification over the top-of-the-range GT trim and are powered by the accomplished 200bhp THP petrol engine.

Distinctive features for this most desirable RCZ are the exclusive Matt exterior Telluric grey paintwork with black roof, ‘Asphalt’ badging, 19” Solstice black alloy wheels and matching black brake callipers.

The interior is complete with bespoke ‘Asphalt’ branded and stitched Nappa leather trim, an Alcantara / leather steering wheel and gear stick, with bespoke ‘Asphalt’ sill covers and floor mats.

Additional standard specification includes front and rear parking aid, auto lighting (with approach and follow me home modes), Peugeot Connect Media Navigation and a top-of-the-range JBL sound system.

The RCZ Asphalt is priced at £29,995 and the first orders taken will secure the exclusive 75 RHD cars available. Peugeot lovers will have to be quick to ensure they grab one of these unique cars.

High resolution downloadable images of the Peugeot RCZ and Asphalt LE and further product and pricing information can be found on Peugeot’s website.

Peugeot has introduced a new electric car concept- the EX1 is the fastest-accelerating record-breaking electric car, which will be on display at the Goodwood Festival of Speed this week.

Peugeot is a world-renowned brand that over 200 years has established a reputation for products of quality, style and durability. 

Products that bear the Peugeot Lion logo include coffee grinders, salt and pepper mills, wine glasses and accessories, bicycles, scooters and vehicles. The brand is constantly evolving and making sure people remember how well established it is.

Peugeot is also a sponsor of the prestigious Goodwood Festival of Speed and by way of demonstrating their excitement at this year’s event; they have introduced an advanced electric vehicle concept – the EX1.

The EX1 is capable of record-breaking acceleration, and will be running up the 1.16-mile hill climb, in the hands of Stéphane Caillet and well known motoring journalists during the weekend.

EX1 is propelled by two electric motors driving each axle with a combined power output of 340bhp, with torque at the wheels of 1680Nm which enables impressive acceleration with a capability of 0-62mph in 3.49 seconds.

Peugeot is also going to be displaying new and future products, some that make their UK debut at Goodwood.  The main one amongst these is the petrol-hybrid HR1 – a Compact MPV concept car that is a modern, bold design that emphasises the direction Peugeot is going in.

The latest cars are also going to be on display, including the new 308 CC (Coupé Cabriolet) and stylish RCZ Sports Coupé, in the form of the new Asphalt LE.

Peugeot is running a number RCZ Sports Coupés and new 508s in both Saloon and SW body style guises in the 2^nd Goodwood Moving Motor Show this Thursday.

Peugeot Managing director, Jon Goodman said: “At the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Peugeot’s heritage and future strengths are on display.  Peugeot is a brand that is at the beginning of its third centenary of producing products of considerable innovation, endurance and style.”

The Peugeot i0n is the company’s latest generation electric car. The first to arrive in the UK was sold and delivered to EDF Energy, Britain’s largest producer of low carbon electricity, who intend to use the i0n in their fleet testing recharging solutions.

The i0n also happens to be the first vehicle to qualify under the Government’s OLEV scheme which offers a £5,000 grant to support the introduction of electric vehicles.

Quite the historic moment then.

Says Eric Salomon, Energy Field Services Director at EDF Energy: “We are delighted to add the first Peugeot iOn in the UK to our fleet. It fits in perfectly with our ambitions to provide low carbon solutions.

“EDF Energy, Britain’s largest producer of low-carbon electricity, fully supports the development of electric vehicles and believes the take-up of clean, electric transport to be crucial to Britain meeting its carbon reduction targets. This is why we are playing a leading role in the development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

“Sustainability is at the heart of EDF Energy and initiatives like this will help us meet the targets set when we announced our Sustainability Commitments, one of the biggest packages of environmental and social measures announced by any British energy company.”

The Peugeot i0n goes on sale in the UK this month and is one of the first of the latest generation of four-seat urban electric cars. It has a potential range of 93 miles and can be recharged from a standard domestic plug in six hours or so, or via a quick charger in under an hour.

Being a 100% electric vehicle, it’s very much the gift that keeps giving. It benefits from a range of cost savings when compared to a standard petrol or diesel powered car. The obvious example is the cost of fuel, which Peugeot point out could save you up to £1765.05 a year. Also, if you live in or near London, you’ll be exempt from the congestion charge. This is a saving of £1696 a year. Furthermore, where applicable you’ll be exempt from parking charges. The City of Westminster, for example, charges not for parking for electric vehicles. Peugeot worked out that if you consider parking to cost £10 a day over 230 working days, this is an additional saving of £1939 a year.

So, for motorists who live or work in The City of Westminster (for instance), there’s a potential saving of £5400.05 per year if you drive the Peugeot i0n. I doubt even Clarkson would argue with that. Even if you don’t live in Westminster, them’s still incredible savings on fuel.

Says Phil Robson, Fleet Sales Director at Peugeot UK: “We are very pleased to be delivering our first Peugeot i0n in the UK to EDF Energy. Electric cars are an important part of future urban mobility, alongside hybrid vehicles and highly efficient diesel and petrol engines. As well as the all electric Peugeot i0n, we will also this year launch the world’s first diesel hybrid vehicle the 3008 HYbrid4, new e-HDi micro hybrid technology and later a range of highly efficient three cylinder petrol engines. Together these new vehicles will help reduce CO2 emissions and reduce customers’ motoring costs.”

Thanks, Phil.

Peugeot, reacting in turn to Government support and media and public interest in electric cars, have appointed twenty two of their existing dealers to sell and service their 100% electric car, the iOn.

These specialist dealers are conveniently geographically aligned to the “Plugged-in Places” – those areas which will receive Government support to build the necessary charging infrastructure to support electric vehicles.

This news follows Mitsubishi’s recent announcement that they would be “electrifying” certain of their dealerships. However, unlike Mitsubishi, Peugeot have made such services available to their Welsh customers. As such, their efforts come across as a lot more admirable.

You’ll find three specialist dealers in the Midlands, two in the East of England, two in the North East, two in Scotland, two in London and one each in Milton Keynes, Manchester and Northern Ireland. In addition, there are another seven across the South, South West and South Wales (hooray!). Plus one in Leeds. Never forget Leeds.

Each of these specialist dealers will have available a Peugeot iOn demonstrator, a dedicated electric vehicle charging point, specially trained staff and all the necessary specialist servicing equipment you might expect to find in such a specialist venture.

What follows is a list of the locations and contact details of these Peugeot iOn specialist dealers:

ROBINS & DAY GLASGOW 0141 2482345

ARNOLD CLARK EDINBURGH 0131 6697799

CHARLES HURST BELFAST 028 90383444

ROBINS & DAY NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE 0191 270 6600

SIMON BAILES STOCKTON ON TEES 01642 612621

ROBINS & DAY MANCHESTER 0161 743 3300

HARRATTS LEEDS 01132 374888

ROBINS & DAY NOTTINGHAM 0115 9626467

RANDLES STOKE-ON-TRENT 01782 286333

ROBINS & DAY BIRMINGHAM NORTH 0121 3064410

BUSSEYS NORWICH 01603 219951

MARSHALL CAMBRIDGE 01223 411442

PERRYS MILTON KEYNES 01908 360200

ROBINS & DAY CHISWICK, LONDON 020 89573000

ROBINS & DAY CLAPHAM, LONDON 020 77205151

ROBINS & DAY MAIDSTONE 01622 753333

BECKS BRIGHTON 01273 320800

WESTOVER – POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH 01202 538500

ROBINS & DAY BRISTOL 0117 926 1200

LOOKERS CARDIFF 02920 433800

TRUSCOTTS EXETER 01392 826666

HAWKINS MOTORS ST AUSTELL 01726 828100

Following the success of the Peugeot 207 Millesim model, Peugeot has announced the introduction of the new Peugeot 207 Sportium Special Edition.

The new Peugeot 207 Sportium boasts a striking new “Sportium” style (sorry, bad joke) with colour-coded body side mouldings, dark tinted rear windows, chrome effect front grille and 15’’ alloy wheels.

Under the bonnet, the new model is available with a VTi 95 Euro 5 petrol engine or Peugeot’s new HDi 92 Euro 5 diesel engine. The new HDi model boasts a combined fuel consumption of 65.7 mpg and CO2 emissions of just 113 g/km resulting in zero V.E.D.

The new 207 Sportium comes with an impressive equipment list as standard including power steering, electric front windows, radio/ CD player, trip computer, heated door mirrors, air-conditioning, rear parking aid and Sportium interior pack. All models also benefit from Peugeot Connect USB & Bluetooth which enables a portable MP3 player or iPod to be connected to the vehicle as well as full Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity for hands-free calls.

And just in case you needed any further persuasion, Peugeot are also offering a free Nokia 5230 smart phone with Satellite Navigation and in car mounting kit to every customer to orders a new 207 Sportium model. Can’t be bad…

The Peugeot 207 Sportium Special Edition is available as a hatchback only and goes on sale in the UK in November. On the road prices start from £12,595 rising to £14,495 for the top-of-the-range Sportium HDi 92 model.

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Peugeot must be pretty pleased with the success of the Peugeot 3008 Crossover…

First, it won over the hearts of car buyers and the motoring media when it launched in 2009. Then it bagged two major awards – including What Car? ‘Car of the Year’ – for its trophy cabinet. And to date, it’s already recorded over 10,000 sales in the UK this year. Impressed eh? It might come as a bit of a surprise then to find out that Peugeot are making some changes to the mighty 3008… but its all for the better.

From this month, Peugeot 3008 Sport and Exclusive models will benefit from an enhanced standard specification, including extras such as Bluetooth and USB connection. New Peugeot 3008 models will also be available with a new Euro 5 112 HDi diesel engine, offering improved fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

Kick starting the changes is the new Sport specification which will now receive Peugeot Connect USB with Bluetooth (which enables a portable MP3 or iPod to be connected to the car, and hands-free communication with a compatible mobile phone), flat folding passenger seat and automatic headlamps and windscreen wipers as standard.

The comprehensively equipped Exclusive model also gains a few extra features including Peugeot Connect USB and Bluetooth, flat folding passenger seat, electric folding mirrors, electro-chrome interior mirror and exterior courtesy lights, all now fitted as standard.

From October, the Peugeot 3008 Crossover will be available with a new Euro 5 112 HDi diesel engine which replaces the existing HDi 110 Euro 4 engine and provides improved fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

The new Peugeot 3008 range starts from £16,695 on-the-road or to lease from just £199.95 + VAT a month with Nationwide Vehicle Contracts. Check out our latest contract hire deals to bag a great deal on your next lease car.